Lemon-Basil Orzo with Parmesan

Just 6 ingredients are all you need to make this fresh pasta side. The lemon and basil brighten the dish making it perfect for a spring gathering. Add cooked shrimp or chicken for a hearty lunch or light supper.

Ingredients

3/4 cup uncooked orzo

2 teaspoons olive oil

2 teaspoons grated lemon rind

2 garlic cloves, minced

1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

2 tablespoons (1/2 ounce) grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Basil sprigs (optional)

Nutritional Information

Calories 154

Fat 3.6g

Satfat 0.7g

Protein 5.1g

Carbohydrate 24.8g

Cholesterol 2mg

Iron 0.2mg

Sodium 184mg

Caloriesfromfat 21%

Fiber 1.4g

Calcium 36mg

Calories 154

Fat 3.6g

Satfat 0.7g

Protein 5.1g

Carbohydrate 24.8g

Cholesterol 2mg

Iron 0.2mg

Sodium 184mg

Caloriesfromfat 21%

Fiber 1.4g

Calcium 36mg

How to Make It

Step 1

Cook the orzo according to package directions, omitting the salt and fat. Drain.

stimply's Review

Some of the quantities need to be changed. Maybe more garlic, more parm. It ended up feeling rather dry. Guess you could add more oil or (eek) some butter. Has potential and went nicely with asparagus and chicken.